Paul was born during the Great Depression in Gary, Indiana to Romanian Immigrant parents who had previously arrived to the U.S. via Ellis Island.  Seeking stable employment, his parents relocated the family to Dearborn, Michigan.

Ever an optimist, Paul didn't let the hardships of the Depression prevent him from pursuing higher education.  After graduating with a BA from Wayne State University, he went on to teach physical education at his former elementary school, Salina, for 35 years.  The athletic field at Salina was named in his honor when he retired.

Although he coached various sports during his career, football remained his passion. In retirement, Paul could be found in the bleachers of Fordson High School- his Alma  mater- proudly cheering them on.

His students and athletes alike will forever remember the "Longhorns Salute"- his standard way of saying hello.

Beloved husband of 46 years to Silvia.  Loving father to Christian and Alina (Matt) Behrens. Cherished grandfather of Bianca.  Dear uncle of Adam Johnston and Joseph Johnston, Elizabeth Gheordunescu and George Gheordunescu. Son of the late Adam and Sava.

Visitation Thursday 3-9pm with a 7pm Saracusta Service at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, 1139 Inkster Road, Garden City (Between Ford Road and Cherry Hill). In State Friday 9:30am until the 10am Funeral Service at Sts. Peter & Paul Romanian Orthodox Church, 750 N. Beech Daly (between Ford Rd and Cherry Hill).

Memorials suggested to Sts. Peter & Paul Romanian Orthodox Church.